​I’ve been a fan of Carol Pearson’s 10 Little Rules series for a while now. I love the origin story behind it, the authors that share their personal journeys and the meaning that each one has brought to my own life.

But this one holds a special place in my heart.

10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure by Teri M. Brown is a guidebook for a life well-lived whether you’re riding a tandem bicycle or not.

Many readers might relate to her desire for adventure, her need to prove what’s she capable of and the the ups and down that come with committing to a journey of growth.

Teri’s adventure of choice was a bicycle trip across the country with her husband on a tandem bike during the heart of COVID. Told with humor and heart, honesty and camaraderie, Teri walks us through her lessons learned.

From enjoying the downhills, defining your success and the reminder to never quit on a bad day, Teri will inspire you to think about your own longings and make them feel completely possible.

The best part? Once you’ve turned the last page, you’ll likely want to stay connected to her and her writing. Thank goodness you can turn to her fiction titles, too:

Sunflowers Beneath the Snow
An Enemy Like Me
Daughters of Green Mountain Gap

Whether you’re sharing Teri’s adventures or following the lives of her character’s, you’re sure to find a place for yourself.

Can you believe it is April already? I feel like I've barely put away Christmas and Easter is upon us! On the other hand, so much is happening with Sunflowers Beneath the Snow that its January 25th launch feels like eons ago. I'm sure there's a novel idea in there somewhere!

Here are a few tidbits that have excited me the most in the past month. Let me know your thoughts!​

Loved the article by Serena Lovely in The Pilot. It's produced a lot of local buzz!